Grano Pasta Bar at 1043 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill has closed. A sign on the front door reads, “For Rent, Fully Equipped.” Before Grano Pasta Bar, the space was formerly home to Gyro Express and Ruben’s Crepes.

Grano Pasta Bar also has a location in Hampden as well as a restaurant, Grano Emporio. Grano Pasta Bar’s Hampden location was featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives (DDD).

Wild Bills Opens in Ridgely’s Delight

Wild Bills has opened at 612 Washington Blvd. in Ridgely’s Delight. The 2,000 sq. ft. retail space is part of the 613 Portland St. development by Zahlco Development. Wild Bills also has a location in Nottingham.

It sells officially-licensed Orioles, Ravens, Terps, and Blast apparel; MD Pride gear; scrubs; and Doggy Duds, according to its Facebook page. Wild Bills is across the street from Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Cross Street Market Event

Current vendors at the Cross Street Market are hosting an event this Thursday from 6pm to 7pm called “Last Stand at the Cross Street Market.” A flyer for the event reads, “Show your support for the merchants & employees of the Cross Street Market who are losing EVERYTHING!!!!!!”

Caves Valley Partners (CVP) was selected by the City to redevelop the Cross Street Market. All of the current vendors are on month-to-month leases outside of Nick’s Inner Harbor Seafood which currently in a legal dispute with CVP. The market is expected to close for 8 to 10 months for construction. Once completed, rents for merchants will increase.

Baltimore’s new Arena Football League (AFL) team, which will begin play this spring at Royal Farms Arena, has been named the Baltimore Brigade by owner Monumental Sports & Entertaiment (MSE). From a press release:

The Baltimore Brigade represents the city of Baltimore’s rich military history and symbolizes the strength of the city and the team playing as a unified force on the field.

Featuring a blue, light blue and silver color scheme, the Brigade logo features symbols representative of the Baltimore harbor and Fort McHenry, both treasured sites of the city, and the historic brick walls found throughout Baltimore. The “B” stands tall to represent the strength of the team and the city, with a flowing wave as a reminder of the power and strength of water, and its vitality to a community.

The Brigade uniforms symbolize the team’s motto: One Team. One City. One Brigade. Each of the home and away uniforms will have the Brigade name stitched on the side of the uniform pants, with the alternative gray pant featuring the famous nickname of Baltimore, “Charm City”. The Brigade’s white helmet will feature the flowing wave featured in the primary logo.

Logo Courtesy of Baltimore Brigade

Kevin Plank Joins President Trump’s Manufacturing Jobs Initiative

Last week Under Armour CEO and Sagamore Development Partner Kevin Plank met with President Trump on the first Monday of his presidency. Now, Plank is part of the President’s Manufacturing Jobs Initiative along with 27 other CEOs. The group will hold a series of meetings.

From The White House office of the Press Secretary:

The President will be meeting with some of the world’s most successful and creative business leaders to share their experiences and gain their insights. President Trump plans to continually seek information and perspectives from a diverse range of business leaders, including those listed below and others, on how best to promote job growth and get Americans back to work again.

Under Armour recently opened UA Lighthouse at City Garage which is described as “the proving grounds for developing new, cutting-edge product and efficient manufacturing processes” and “the guiding light for developing best practices and efficient methods for how all Under Armour product is made.”

Leonard Fournette Signs with Under Armour

LSU star running back Leonard Fournette, who has entered the 2017 NFL Draft, has signed with Under Armour. The deal was announced at St. Augustine High School in New Orleans where Fournette attended. From a press release:

“I am excited to be growing my family to include the team at Under Armour,” said Fournette. “I share Under Armour’s passion, drive and will to be the best.”

Coming out of high school, Fournette was an Under Armour All-American and the number one overall recruit as ranked by leading sports news sources. As a collegiate sophomore, he was a consensus First-Team All-American as he set school records for rushing yardage (1953) and touchdowns (22). Fournette announced his intentions to enter the 2017 NFL Draft shortly after signing with Roc Nation Sports and is considered one of the elite prospects going into next season.

“Leonard is an unbelievable talent and outstanding football player, and we couldn’t be happier to have him join the Under Armour team,” said Ryan Kuehl, Senior Vice President, Global Sports Marketing, Under Armour. “His humility and desire to give back to the community, paired with his tremendous work ethic and preparation makes him the perfect addition to our Under Armour family, and we’re excited for the new paths we’ll be able to create together – both on and off the field.”

As part of the multi-year partnership, the “BUGA 5” is revealed and will be awarded annually to five St. Augustine coaches, administrators and students who exemplify the traits of Fournette’s “Being United Generates Attitude” mantra. Those five people who demonstrate a positive attitude, whatever the circumstances, and rally together to make a positive impact will be awarded Under Armour prize packs and the opportunity to travel to and experience an NFL season game each year.

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Magnificent exterior amenities include the 2-car garage, a private driveway with parking for 10 cars, a fenced front yard, a private courtyard, a slate patio with a built-in firepit, and 2 massive rooftop decks with dazzling views of Charm City.

Million Dollar Monday: ENTERTAINER’S DREAM HOME WITH AMAZING OUTDOOR SPACES AND 12-CAR PARKING IN FEDERAL HILL’S GATED COMMUNITY

Join 2 East Wells and 1901 South Charles on Tuesday, October 17th from 6pm-8pm for Pizza Patrol in the 1901 South Charles courtyard. The event is a chance to meet Baltimore Police Department officers and neighbors while enjoying pizza and light refreshments.

Pizza Patrol on October 17th at 1901 South Charles

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults Screw Cancer Brew Hope at Crossbar, plus business news including a restaurant closing in Federal Hill, a company leaves City Garage for a bigger space, Baltimore makes a run at hosting the World Cup, a Federal Hill business expands, and Under Armour signs a recording artist.

Hanover Cross Street is the newest and most desirable residential apartment community to arrive in the prominent Baltimore neighborhood of Federal Hill. Explore the very best of “charm city,” including the historic Cross Street Market, Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium– all within walking distance from your new home.We are now offering 1 MONTH FREE on all 13+ month lease terms! Schedule your tour today!

Chief, Culler, and Snow Available for Adoption at BARCS!

The Orioles today announced that the eighth annual Orioles Pet Calendar, presented by Pet+E.R., will go on sale Saturday, August 20, with proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need.

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Join 2 East Wells and 1901 South Charles on Tuesday, October 17th from 6pm-8pm for Pizza Patrol in the 1901 South Charles courtyard. The event is a chance to meet Baltimore Police Department officers and neighbors while enjoying pizza and light refreshments.

Pizza Patrol on October 17th at 1901 South Charles

The Catholic Community of South Baltimore presents its annual OKTOBERFEST Saturday, October 7.
German Food, Beer & Soda, Burgers & Brats, Potato Salad & Kraut! Polka with the Band! Play the $1,000 Raffle, Games & Wheels!

Catholic Community of South Baltimore Oktoberfest This Saturday

Joined by friends and neighbors, we had an incredible time at our third annual SouthBMore’s Best Bash at Little Havana. Thanks for voting in SouthBMore’s Best, which crowned 31 South Baltimore winners, and thanks for celebrating with us. We look forward to seeing you again next year

Get jiggy with us on September 22, 2017 at Power Plant LIVE! We’ll be kicking it old school with live music from 90’s cover band, the Bayside Tigers! Costume contests, dance contests, food and drink, a VIP lounge, and 90’s memories galore, the event will bring together supporters far and wide to celebrate UCF’s founding in 1997 and raise awareness for the young adult cancer fight.

Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults Hosts ‘I Heart the 90’s Dance Party’ on September 22nd

SouthBMore’s Best 2017 is SouthBMore.com’s 3rd annual competition and celebration of the best of South Baltimore (…check out past winners!) Readers will cast their votes in various categories to select the best restaurants, businesses, foods, drinks, attractions, and professionals in South Baltimore.

Water Main Break at Fort Avenue and Jackson Street in Riverside

Metallica, which played last Wednesday at M&T Bank Stadium, posted a video montage of their visit to Baltimore on YouTube and Facebook. The video is titled ‘Metallica: Thank You Baltimore!’ and is set to an instrumental version of ‘Nothing Else Matters.’

Domino Sugar Refinery Unveils Latest Improvements in Locust Point

The Orioles today announced that the eighth annual Orioles Pet Calendar, presented by Pet+E.R., will go on sale Saturday, August 20, with proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals in need.

Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore will begin work on the redevelopment of Rash Field next summer. Last week, Waterfront Partnership announced the skatepark at Rash Field will be named “Jake’s Skatepark” in memory of Jake Owen, a South Baltimore resident, avid skater, and sports lover, who was killed in 2011 when he was five years old by a cell phone-distracted driver.

Rash Field Skatepark to Honor Memory of South Baltimore Resident Jake Owen

The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults Screw Cancer Brew Hope at Crossbar, plus business news including a restaurant closing in Federal Hill, a company leaves City Garage for a bigger space, Baltimore makes a run at hosting the World Cup, a Federal Hill business expands, and Under Armour signs a recording artist.

South Baltimore Business Roundup

The Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore (EAGB) relocated in August from 1 East Pratt St. Downtown to Silo Point in Locust Point. EAGB is the first tenant to use the approximately 3,000 sq. ft. space which has sat vacant since the building opened in 2008 by Turner Development. A concept called FoodLifePoint was proposed for the space in 2011, but never opened.

Economic Alliance of Greater Baltimore Relocates to Silo Point in Locust Point

Fat Larry’s at 1026 S. Charles St. in Federal Hill closed last month. The space is now available for lease and owner Larry Davidov has put the restaurant’s former six-day tavern liquor license up for sale.

Fat Larry’s in Federal Hill Closes, Former Liquor License for Sale

28 Walker is going for a “co-living” concept at Wheelhouse, inspired by buildings such as Ollie, which has a location in Pittsburgh and which is opening four additional buildings. Wheelhouse’s 29 apartments will be mostly three- and four-bedroom units, along with one-bedroom apartments and small studios.